New Year and Christmas days in St. Petersburg are decorated Christmas trees, decorations, illumination, and of course, a market. This year, festive stalls will appear in three squares and will operate from December 13 to January 11. The Christmas market takes place in St. Petersburg every year and has already become one of the festive symbols of the city on the Neva, a point of attraction for locals and tourists. Here you can buy New Year gifts and treats for the table, participate in master classes and interactive activities, and see performances by artists. And all this in the atmosphere of a winter fairy tale. This year, the Christmas market will be held in three city squares - Palace Square, Manege Square, and Moscow Square. Photo: provided by the organizer What awaits guests The Christmas market in St. Petersburg is not only a place to buy unusual gifts but also a whole cultural phenomenon. You can come here with the whole family to get into the festive spirit, participate in exciting events, and take memorable photos. For visitors of all ages, games and contests will be held. Creative enthusiasts can participate in master classes, for example, make a New Year decoration or decorate gingerbread cookies. At the market, you can embark on a gastronomic journey - get acquainted with different cuisines of the world and regions of Russia. A traditional large slide for tubing will be built in Palace Square, while Manege Square will feature an ice rink, a festive carousel, and a train. A large cultural program is also planned. And of course, here you can buy beautiful, useful, and unusual gifts for loved ones and friends. In the illuminated market stalls, designed in a unified style, there will be a variety of goods - Christmas ornaments, festive home decor, crafts by folk artisans, and delicacies for the New Year's table. Among the traditional products are winter accessories, aromatic honey from farm apiaries, decorated gingerbread, toys, pottery, wooden and birch products, and souvenirs with St. Petersburg symbolism.